Meet MAC Cosmetics Star Trek Beyond collection

Hi ya Gorgeous!

I'm home from San Diego and the hugely, massive, more than you can take in in the week Comicon!
This year, I feel like from my experience, that it has finally gotten too big and too spread out.

I made a special trek to the far corner to attend the MAC Cosmetics launch of the collection inspired by the newest movie in the Star Trek rebooted series. So enjoy the video tour I have made for you! It's by far one of the most fun videos I have made lately!

San Diego Comicon 2016: road trip!

Hi ya Gorgeous!

I'm officially on the road  to San Diego for Comicon.

I have some amazing updates from the road and collaboration with MakeupbyYesi and the new MAC Star Trek Beyond launch at SDCC...  

...and it all ends at the Megan Trainor concert in Phoenix on Sunday for the #WearWhatYouDare event!

Phew!
Fasten your seatbelt Beauty! It's going to be a bumpy and awesome ride!

Daily updates on Instagram and Twitter!


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Mother's Day gift ideas with Le Couvent des Minimes Eau Sereine collection

 Hi ya Gorgeous!
Happy Sunday to you from the always beautiful no matter what the weather is like, San Diego.
I'm here for another dip into the revival pool of fire and glory with the Nelsons and Jeff Jansen.
So ready to soak up some amazing prayer and get ready for the adventure coming at me this week!

We are just a short few weeks away from Mother's Day and now is the time to be planning a gift. I love the body products from Le Couvent des Minimes and they are a natural based product line.

If you are considering any kind of body product for your Mom or self this coming Mother's Day, consider this lavender set for relaxation and restoration!

For The Mom Who Loves To Be Pampered: 

Le Couvent des Minimes Eau Sereine collection

Inspired by the serene setting of the Convent in the South of France, this collection will help mom indulge in a moment of perfect calm. The collection features a selection of premium goods designed to help steal away a few moments each day to reflect and restore. From the nourishing hand cream to the blissful pillow mist to indulge in total relaxation, each product offers a moment of pure calm.

 

The collection includes:

Botanical Cologne of Serenity ($38): Inspired by the breathtaking surroundings of the Convent, this botanical fragrance captures the tranquil waters of a lake high in the mountains of Haute-Provence. Made from an original recipe, the fragrance blends delicate lavender and bergamot for a relaxing scent, while lily of the valley, rose and blueberry notes combine over base notes of warm cedar for a revitalizing finish.

Moisturizing Hand Cream ($8): Light and silky, this indulgent hand cream helps to soften and hydrate dry hands. The fragrance pays homage to the Original Recipe with a signature blend of lavender and mandarin, leaving hands lightly scented.

 

Relaxing Shower Gel ($12): Inspired by the relaxing setting of the Convent, this rich, plant-based cleansing base gently cleanses skin while leaving behind a revitalizing fragrance.

 

Relaxing Foaming Bath ($19): Create an atmosphere of well-being with this luxurious, cleansing foam. Made from an original recipe, the foam combines lavender with mandarin for a calm, restful scent.

 

Relaxing Pillow Mist ($18): Drift away to peaceful relaxation with this gentle mist. The scent blends essential oils with florals for a fragrance that’s evokes a sense of calmness. Simply spray the fragrance onto your linens or in your bedroom, and allow the soothing scent to provide an instant feeling of well-being.

 

(P.S. The relaxing pillow mist is my FAVE and I travel with it to help me sleep while in hotels!)

Available: On http://usa.lecouventdesminimes.com and select products at ULTA Beauty

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AZUSA NOW

Hi ya Gorgeous,
Well, today is a pretty amazing day. It's the 100th anniversary of the Azusa prayer revival meetings and it's happening today in a prayer gathering started by Lou Engle 15 years ago.

What Is Azusa Now?

There are times which Scripture describes as "full" — periods of unusual ripeness in which God unleashes His prophetic purpose across the earth.  Such days of faith and expectation often come during periods of crisis or widespread uncertainty. For 15 years, amidst massive cultural decay, Lou Engle and TheCall have sought to proclaim the bold, uncompromising message of consecration to Jesus. Like John the Baptist, we have cried out, "Prepare the way of the Lord!"

Yet the last statement of John was not "Prepare the way," but "Behold the Lamb!" If there was truly a John Movement, then a Jesus Movement is surely coming! Believing that decades of globe-spanning prayer have saturated the heavens, we will boldly ask God for the rain of revival on April 9th, 2016. We will consecrate an entire day — 15 hours — for the purpose of unity, miracles, healing, and the proclamation of the gospel. Our rally cry: Come, Holy Spirit! Instead of 120 in the Upper Room, we seek to gather as many as 120,000 in one place and one accord to simply exalt Jesus. And for inspiration, we turn to the most powerful expression of revival in modern times: the historic Azusa Street Revival of 1906.

Azusa Then

What made the 1906 Azusa Street Revival so special? Three key factors at Azusa mirrored the reality of the formation of the church in Acts 2. Firstly, there was a multi-ethnic gathering of unity in Christ (Acts 2:1-11). Secondly, the miraculous, attesting ministry of the Holy Spirit was enjoyed in a unique way (Acts 2:2-4).  Finally, there was a clear presentation of the Gospel leading many to salvation (Acts 2:37-41).
This outpouring of Heaven descended on the poor districts of Los Angeles during an incredibly dangerous, volatile and prejudiced period of American history.  God used an African American named William Seymour to launch this modern Acts 2 movement. Black, White, Asian and Hispanic came together in bonds of love, unity and prayer. It came to be said, “the color line was washed away” at Azusa.
This is the legacy — the well of revival — we seek to reclaim: Unity. Prayer. Miracles. Healing. Salvation.

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Isn't that awesome!
I got this information and photos off of the website for The Call. There is still time to join in the prayer either on site or by webcast. Check God TV for a live stream.

http://www.thecall.com/azusa

I'm so excited to be in Los Angeles and praying along side with this event. If you have a prayer request, please send it to me and I am honored to lift you up in prayer!


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Sente Dermal Repair Cream: medical grade skin care for the effects of too much sun during the Independence Day weekend!

Hello Gorgeous,
 Truth is stranger than fiction. Beaches are being cleared by lifeguards due to lightning strikes.
No worries.

We have already been to Sea Life and Legoland Chima Waterpark and though we wanted to finish up at the beach day, we are instead heading to an outdoor arena for a concert. Praying the weather holds off on a serious deluge until the concert is over!

 So meet Sente Dermal Repair Cream

Independence Day bbq and pool party looks with Essence Cosmetics

Hello Gorgeous!
It's beyond weird weather here in the North San Diego area-sure it's warmer than usual, but there are also monsoon like rains and storms with massive thunder and lightning.

Really?
Yeah.
Really.

No matter. I'm packed and ready for whatever!

I've got my sunscreen on and a face full of Essence Cosmetics and I'm ready to rock these concerts, pool parties and Legoland adventures!

Hello July! Makeup University book club month 2!

Hello Gorgeous
Double hello, more like gone to the beach good bye to the hot, hot summer month of  July in Arizona!

I'm already in north San Diego enjoying cool weather. Well, it's cool to me. To the locals here, it's hot. Nope. They don't know hot!

So let's talk the Makeup University Summer Reading Club!

I've got two books that I am reading this month to focus on a business leverage and shift for the Makeup University brand.

I'm reading Richard Branson 1) The Virgin Way

and Richard Branson 2) Screw Business As Usual

I figure I've got a lot to learn and Sir Richard Branson has a thing or two he can teach me!

So what are you reading this month?

To be a part of the Makeup University Summer Reading Club and be entered to win a beauty prize pack at the end of summer, simply comment what you are reading!

Put your sunscreen on and get out there and read some books!

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TGIF with Revlon hair styling tools for fresh summer looks in the heat!

TGIF Gorgeous!

Whoa! Where did the month of June go? Do you realize today is the last Friday in June?
I'm stunned at how fast time is going. I better slow down and smell the roses more!

So here in Arizona it is blistering hot and thankfully the family is getting ready to go to Southern California for a week long break.

Funny, I think in July, all of the state of Arizona goes to San Diego. At least once!

 This is me in Santa Monica in May after Generation Beauty. I'm on the Ferris Wheel!

Now it's time to meet the Revlon hair style tools of summer!

Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Face Oil Free Lotion Sunscreen, SPF 30 & The Walking Dead with some San Diego Comic Con thrown in for good measure

 Hello Gorgeous!
I am home from the San Diego Comic Con. Phew. It gets better, and bigger every year. Though I'm beginning to think, that it's on the verge of being too big to keep it's relevancy. What do you think?

 So enter the Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Face Oil Free Lotion Sunscreen, spf 30. I used this primarily under my makeup while I toured the many attractions at #SDCC 2014. Now inside is a mad house.  But this is what I am talking about when I speak to all things "too big and too much".

 There is the vehicle from the upcoming movie "In to the Storm". Glad to see it. But what does this have to do with comics and comic characters?

 XBOX and Evolve were there with their creature. It's awesome. I can see where this has a cross audience appeal, but again, really?

 This was worth seeing because I owned this at one point and I agree, the game was bad. After you collected and ate all of the Reese's Pieces, there was no way to win the game. Your E.T. just kept eating and eating and eating!

 There is a documentary film coming out later this year detailing what happened at Atari and the why/who/how of 100,000 plus game cartridges being dumped into a landfill in Alamagordo New Mexico.

 This Atari E.T video game teaches us about the power of plastic to never, ever disintegrate!

 Okay, so now that my rant on the over reach of San Diego Comic Con is over, let me tie up with saying that it was great to be there, exciting and tiring all at the same time and thanks to Hawaiian Tropic for the sample of the sunscreen.

I used it, I was in and out of the buildings and sites, and I did not get burned. It was really hot and muggy during the Comic Con this year.

TheHawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Face Oil Free Lotion Sunscreen, SPF 30 dries down to  semi matte finish and wears well under liquid foundation and mineral foundation without peeling, making deely balls or causing the pigment of the foundation to break up.

I did not break out or find any black heads after using the product. So here's a bit more from the web about the proudct that you can find affordablly and easily at any mass retailer such as CVS, Walgreens, Walmart or Target for about $10.00.

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Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Face Oil Free Lotion Sunscreen's unique dual ribbon formula combines strong protection with ultra moisturization and an indulgent, lightweight feel. This luxurious, non-greasy, oil-free and hypoallergenic facial sunscreen lotion provides a weightless matte finish so your skin can breathe.

Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Face Oil Free Lotion Sunscreen:

• Helps prevent sunburn if used as directed with other sun protection measures (see directions)
• Decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun
• Water resistant (80 minutes)
• Dermatologist tested
• Non-greasy
• UVA/UVB protection
• 12 hour

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Mother's Day: celebrate with Chuck Jones Gallery and Gossamer!

Hi ya Gorgeous!
I need a second home in southern California. Somewhere between Carlsbad and San Diego. Why? Because I find that my son and I commute back and forth so much that it would probably cost less to just keep a place there! A girl can dream, right?

So, here are two super fun events that I wish I were going to but won't be due to the school/event schedule here in Arizona.

Just because I am not going doensn't mean  that you can't? And as a consolation prize for those of us not going, we can still bid on the artwork online! Happy bidding! These art pieces by Fabio Napoleoni pieces are perfect for Mother's Day gifts!
Details below...

Spring Break tea party: beachside and lovin' it!

Hello Beautiful, It's an easy breezy beachy day here in San Diego and I'm on my way to a tea party lunch. How about you, what are you doing for spring break?

Spring Break tea party by cherelynn featuring lips makeup

Pink dress
$83 - ladyvlondon.com

High heel shoes
$42 - designerwear.co.uk

Jimmy Choo leather purse
shopsavannahs.com

Links of London earrings
$125 - harrods.com

Pink jewelry
$9.99 - claires.co.uk

Lancôme lancome eye makeup
lancome-usa.com

Bourjois lips makeup
$27 - thehut.com

Yves Saint Laurent fragrance
yslbeautyus.com

TGIF with Karma Chow and a 10 day detox diet

 Hi ya Gorgeous!
TGIF. Sort of. The journey home to Arizona begins today. Right after a trip to the Science and Space museum. I know why Shakespeare said "parting is such sweet sorrow", because as glad as we are to be going home to our cats, we are also sad to be leaving behind the surf and fun of southern California.

I know that when I get in there is a 10 day detox diet laid out and ready for me to eat. Hello raw kale.

After all the sweet meats and delicacies I have indulged in this week, I need the vegan detox.

NYX The Curve liquid eyeliner; you need this for 2014

 Oh Happy New Year Gorgeous!
It's a fast and furious post today for a wee quickie update: the San Diego adventure is on and awesome.

I have been traveling with this NYX The Curve eyeliner for a while now and it's officially replacing my Lancome Art Liner. If only this came in deep eggplant purple! It's just $15.00, works on a plane, train, car, boat and while walking up stairs for a quick eye makeup touch up before an interview.

In short, for the cost, you can't beat it plus the color wears and wears and wears. Get one!

An innovative, ergonomic shape that makes applying liquid liner mistake-proof. The grip zone provides just the right hold to make application precise, secure and best of all...effortless.

http://www.nyxcosmetics.com/p-179-the-curve-tc01.aspx
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Happy happy happy New Year! 2014 is starting off awesome!

Hello Sweet Gorgeous!
Happy New Year! 2014 has got some sizzle to it already!
I'm in San Diego at Tom Ham's Lighthouse for brunch. But-what I write for you today is to remind you that in the middle of all your resolutions (mines is to not drink one pop this entire year! Coke Zero you have been served!) please put a note to yourself to take care of your skin. I mean to really go the extra step each week and mask and treat your skin as if you were at the spa.

I'm starting with a New Year's Eve at home peel with Arizona based company Philosophy and the microdelivery purifying peel.

New Year's Day Brunch at Tom Ham's Lighthouse San Diego

New Year's Day Brunch at Tom Ham's Lighthouse San Diego by cherelynn featuring a perfume fragrance

Marc Jacobs perfume fragrance
target.com

Yves Saint Laurent gift sets kit
barneys.com

Moscot over sized sunglasses
moscot.com

Bernard Delettrez pave jewelry
forzieri.com

Jimmy Choo pink crossbody
shopsavannahs.com

American Retro lightweight sweater
yoox.com

Moschino pleated coat
stylebop.com

Bare escentuals eyeshadow
beauty.com

NYX long wear lipstick
$12 - target.com.au

Boohoo false eyelash
boohoo.com

Elastic waist skirt
chicnova.com

Karen Millen heel pump
karenmillen.com

New Year's Day: brunch and resolutions

Hello Gorgeous,
I'm in the process of making my way to Legoland California for New Year's Eve party and "brick" drop!

It will be chilly, but not cold. I've got a fabulous outfit to play in - one super cute outfit for my Mancub too!

I've already been thinking about the super simple smokey eye and neutral lip I will be wearing using the Eve Pearl Bombshell palette.

In fact, I will most likely be wearing the same palette the next day while noshing my way through the massive brunch at Tom Ham's Lighthouse in San Diego. I'm so excited to eat I can hardly wait!

G.M. Collin Ceramide Comfort @2013Oscars and for travel too

Oh Gorgeous,
I've left Legoland with my family and now we are en route to San Diego for a wedding, full day on the USS Midway and then on to the yacht for the nuptials.

I'm tired. It's been so much driving, and some fast food, and more sumptuous food, it may be fair to say that I have had too much wine and not enough sleep?  I'm not complaining but all this good time having is draining!

I've had some samples of G.M. Collin skincare with me and thank goodness! The Daily Ceramide Comfort has come in real handy!
  

Justice League Kia cars at San Diego Comic Con with YouVees Sunscreen wipes from Go Adventuress

Happy Hump Day Gorgeous!
Oh it's fun awesomeness here today! Downtown San Diego is full of all things comic art and then some! 2013 San Diego Comic Con seems to be bigger and better than ever!

I am here for the event and hope to see as much as possible in between panels and segments.

Next to Petco Park across the street from the main convention center is an outdoor interactive area and that is where you will find a tent full of art and Kia cars designed to compliment Justice League characters.

My favorite is the Wonder Woman car and Green Lantern. Though there is also a Batman, Superman, Aquaman and a group car also with all the characters.

If you are not here at the San Diego Comic Con and want this car it's available on ebay-bid starts at $35,000. If you would like to get this for me-say, an early Christmas gift, my answer is yes please!

Now what would a Makeup University post be without a beauty product? I always have a sunscreen with me and today I have my Adventuress "youvees" spf 30 wipes in my pocket. I also have the Adventuress Fearlessly Refreshing Facial Wipes to do a quick clean up of my tinted moisturizer and sunscreen.

These easy to use wipes don't leak and are disposable so you can lighten your load as you go through the San Diego Comic Con and make more room for more swag! Woot! 
Get yours at http://goadventuress.com/sunscreen-swipes.html



Packing the same protective and nourishing punch as our High Performance Sunscreen, these handy swipes were designed with “on-the-go” in mind as they are individually wrapped. No more greasy hands or fingers, just the exact dosage of moisturizing sun screen uniquely packaged in a sealed finger pocket to ensure you get a clean application and, more importantly, reapplication during any activity. These sunscreen wipes are packaged 24 per box and are perfect to carry in your purse for use whenever you need them!
To Use: At home or on the go, simply open packet and place finger into pocket of swipe. Apply swipe to skin and reapply every 2 hours, after swimming or sweating. 

 
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All-Star Beauty Products

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This is a TotalBeauty.com makeup article We all have our favorite beauty products. Some are favorites because we've used them for so long, and others still have a place in our makeup bags because the thought of branching out just seems too overwhelming. That's why we rounded up a group of All-Star beauty products. These are the cream of the crop -- products that have won multiple awards and are sure to become your new favorites. Click ahead to see which award-winning products you should add to your beauty arsenal, and learn from readers and experts how to get the most out of them. See products